Modest Une
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
The Icon Elixir
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper troublemaker. Afnan's Modest Une is either a beast-mode, spot-on Sauvage dupe that lasts forever, or a barely-there skin scent that smells of dodgy cardboard. You'll either love it or furiously return it.
This 'elixir' is a blue fragrance crowd-pleaser that punches above its price point. It's an easy grab-and-go scent, though some find it a bit generic and longevity can be a sticking point for an 'Elixir'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 10% |
| Floral | 4% | 5% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 11% | 4% |
| Sweet | 9% | 6% |
| Warm | 19% | 19% |
| Woody | 21% | 15% |
| Earthy | 11% | 8% |
| Animalic | 11% | 14% |
| Fresh | 27% | 32% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, spicy accords and common association with a popular 'blue' fragrance make it perfect for casual wear and dates. While many report strong performance, some find it too potent for the office or formal events, causing headaches or being 'choking' if oversprayed.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic profile makes it highly versatile for casual wear and sport. While generally mass-appealing, its initial strong projection might be too much for an office, and its casual nature makes it less suited for strictly formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Lavender accords and Lavender, Citrus notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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